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Want To Go 2560x1440? ASUS PB278Q Launches For Big Screen Pros

X-ROG
Level 15
http://rog.asus.com/151702012/news/want-to-go-2560x1440-asus-pb278q-launches-for-big-screen-pros/

As the first 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) resolution display launched by ASUS we figure the PB278Q is big enough news to tempt those gamers & PC enthusiasts who want more than 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) from a 27" upgrade, without having to go for the full tri-monitor-athon.

The PB278Q might sound new, but you've probably already met it earlier as the VA278Q. It's not just been rebranded though, its (slight delay) has been through upgrading to P-series spec, with professional-quality enhancements that include 8-bit IPS (100% sRGB color space compatibility), color pre-calibration at the factory, and ASUS exclusive QuickFit Virtual Scale, and Splendid Video Intelligence Technology. The other advantage of a 27" 2560 x 1440 display is the higher pixel density at 109 pixels per inch (PPI), giving a crisper, easier to read image.

Although, keep in mind you'll need a modern graphics card (or recent processor graphics) capable of dual-link DVI, DisplayPort 1.2 or HDMI 1.4 to be able to send this size resolution, as previous connector standards are limited to smaller Full HD (1920x1080) only.

The PB278Q is available from September.

Full PR: http://www.asus.com/News/39UI8DMcGGPtjDiF/

Product Page: http://www.asus.com/Display/LCD_Monitors/PB278Q/

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lenehan
Level 10
IPS panel. That is cool, Thank you for sharing.
Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.

Nice.
Price?

lenehan wrote:
IPS panel. That is cool, Thank you for sharing.



Video is up 🙂

Zygomorphic
Level 17
Me want!!! I should contact my boss and convince him that my productivity would be increased with one (or more :D) of these...
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This will work with a thunderbolt enabled G55, no?
More memory is more.
SSD means Super-Sonic Disc.
Thunderbolt is awesome and then some.
Ergonomics: feel is more important than looks.

I guess the time to upgrade screen has finally come
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pROGammer wrote:
This will work with a thunderbolt enabled G55, no?


Yes with the DisplayPort - either with or without TB version.

dedaciai
Level 10
I have been debating on whether or not to do one high-def monitor or a 2-D surround set-up. I think I now have my answer. 😛
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This is 120hz monitor?

thx
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